広島メタル＆マシナリー List of Products and Services

Hiroshima Metal & Machinery Co., Ltd. will exhibit at the 25th International Powder Technology Exhibition Tokyo "POWTEX2024." We plan to showcase the "Rotary Filter," which is suitable for high-purity processing of lithium-ion battery materials such as all-solid-state batteries and electronic materials. We will also display the "Apex Series," which can micronize raw materials for positive and negative electrodes and separator protective films of secondary batteries, as well as the "Bore Container Mixer," which has a high advantage in filling, mixing, and material handling for pharmaceuticals and health foods. 【Event Overview】 ■ Date: November 27 (Wed) - 29 (Fri), 2024 ■ Time: 09:30 - 17:00 ■ Venue: Tokyo Big Sight ■ Booth: East Hall 3, 3B-49 *For more details, please download the PDF or feel free to contact us.

• Filtration Equipment

The "Apex Mill Series Seal-less Type" is a wet bead mill suitable for the fine grinding and dispersion processing of high-purity powders in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and food industries. Its unique structure eliminates the need for mechanical seals, reducing the burden of disassembly and cleaning, and preventing contamination from metals and seal liquids. It also features a reduced risk of failure with specific slurries. We have a proven track record of contributing to the resolution of various challenges, such as contamination from metal elements and the sticking of sliding parts due to monomer polymerization. 【Features】 ■ Unique structure that does not require mechanical seals ■ Prevention of contamination from metals and seal liquids ■ Simplification of disassembly work and reduction of the workload for hygienic cleaning ■ Lineup includes the downward flow type "Apex Mill," the upward flow type "Ultra Apex Mill," and the "Apex Mill F&M" for the pharmaceutical, food, and cosmetics industries. *For more details, please refer to the materials. Feel free to contact us with any inquiries. ★ Our company will be exhibiting at the "International Secondary Battery Expo" starting on February 28.

• Fine grinding machine

The "Rotary Filter" is a filtration device that utilizes cross-flow filtration technology, offering high filtration performance with the capability for high-speed and long-duration continuous operation. It enables high purity of slurry without washing inconsistencies and provides contamination prevention and improved working conditions through its sealed structure. 【Features】 ■ For the removal of impurities after reactions By replacing (washing) the target material in a turbulent state, impurities can be removed uniformly. High-speed processing through cross-flow filtration reduces processing time. ■ Concentration after impurity removal is also possible The concentration process after removal can be handled directly. ■ Completely sealed to prevent external contamination It avoids contamination from external foreign substances and exposure of raw materials, ensuring stable quality and a safe working environment. ■ Automation for unmanned operation, labor-saving, and improved working conditions Fully sealed automatic control operation allows for sealed connection with upstream and downstream processes and unmanned operation. ■ Space-saving The device is compact relative to the filtration area, making it space-saving. It is easy to introduce into installation locations with space constraints. *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

• Filtration Equipment
• Concentration Equipment
• Separation device

The pharmaceutical API grinding device "Apex Mill F&M" is a bead mill that integrates a mill, tank, and pump, thoroughly pursuing improvements in sanitary conditions and the prevention of contamination. By adopting a patented "dynamic sealing mechanism," it eliminates the need for mechanical seals. This reduces the hassle of disassembly and cleaning, preventing the mixing of wear particles from sliding parts into the slurry. 【Features】 - Unique structure that eliminates the need for mechanical seals, preventing contamination from metal and sealing liquids. - Prevents metal contamination from the bead separation area. - Direct drive prevents external contamination. - Strong against high viscosity and coarse particles, capable of using beads as small as φ0.2mm. - Easy recovery of slurry and beads, resulting in a high product recovery rate. - All-in-one structure for cooling units and others, making it easy to move and install. - Easy disassembly and cleaning (soaking cleaning and SIP are possible). ★ Our company will exhibit this product, along with bead mill lab machines, dry mixers, filtration machines, and more, at the "26th Interphex Japan" starting June 26. *For more details about the product, please refer to the materials available for "PDF download." Feel free to contact us with any inquiries.

• Crusher

The mixing plate's mixing effect and the detachable container mechanism enable production that is "space-saving," "small lot compatible," and "highly operational." ● Compact design requires only half the installation area of conventional rotary mixers ● Low filling rate operation is possible, eliminating the need for additional investment in small machines for small lots Furthermore, with the addition of small containers, a maximum to minimum ratio of over 10:1 is achievable ● The detachable container mechanism improves operational efficiency, logistics, and prevents contamination 【Features】 ● High-efficiency mixing with the mixing plate ● Compact design that realizes easy container detachment ● Space-saving compact design, half the size compared to competitors ● One mixer can accommodate small lot production, avoiding investment in small mixing machines ● Improved operational efficiency of the main unit through the use of multiple containers *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• others
• Other powder equipment
• Other food machinery

■Improved Operability Touch panel graphic interface - All operations handled on a single screen - Enhanced alarm display, trend display, and abnormality response guide ■Improved Maintainability Design and auxiliary devices considering maintenance work - Support for raising and lowering the stator - Detachable seal liquid unit for external liquid filling, cleaning, and maintenance - One-touch connection for internal wiring and piping

• Fine grinding machine

This document covers "Centrifugal Separation." Our company developed the straight-cylinder centrifugal dehydrator "Wizard Press" in 2000 using proprietary technology to compensate for the shortcomings of decanter-type dehydrators and significantly improve dehydration efficiency. We introduce an overview of centrifugal separators, the structure and principles of decanter-type dehydrators, and their issues using diagrams and illustrations. [Contents (Excerpt)] ■1. Overview of Centrifugal Separators ■2. Structure and Principles of Decanter-Type Dehydrators ■3. Issues with Decanter-Type Dehydrators ■4. Development of a New Horizontal Centrifugal Dehydrator for Organic Sludge ■5. Further Improvements to Straight-Cylinder Dehydrators *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• centrifuge

The technical document covers "Grinding and Dispersion." It explains how to choose a bead mill and its applications. Additionally, it introduces the features and processing examples of our bead mills, including the "Apex Mill (AM)," "Ultra Apex Mill (UAM)," and "Full Length-Separ Apex Mill (WAM)." 【Contents (Excerpt)】 ■1. What is a Wet Bead Mill? ■2. The Importance of Choosing the Right Bead Size! ■How to Choose a Bead Mill ■Comparison of Horizontal and Vertical Types ■Applications of Bead Mills *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Crusher
• Emulsifier/Disperser

This technical document covers "Emulsification and Mixing." The "Apex Disperser ZERO" is a rotary stirring emulsification device with a special rotor surface shape, capable of generating strong shear forces due to the relative velocity difference between the rotor and stator. It is a beadless dispersion, emulsification, and mixing machine. We provide a detailed introduction to the structural overview and features of this device. [Contents] ■ General discussion on emulsification technology ■ General discussion on emulsification devices ■ Overview of the "Apex Disperser ZERO" ■ Features of the "Apex Disperser ZERO" *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Emulsifier/Disperser

The technical document covers "Powder Mixing." The Bole Container Mixer has re-evaluated the equipment design and operating conditions of conventional mixing devices, with the concept of "efficiently and uniformly mixing a variety of formulations," and has conducted a comprehensive examination including the handling of upstream and downstream processes. As a result, we developed and commercialized a sealed mixing device equipped with a mixing plate that optimizes mixing characteristics as a unique technology. We introduce the structure of the powder contact part of this device and the use of containers using illustrations and diagrams. [Contents] ■ Mixing principles and general discussions ■ Technical explanation of our device ■ High-cleanability powder contact part structure (1) ■ Use of containers in multiple processes (2) ■ Wide range of powder and particle filling rates (20-85%) (3) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Other powder equipment
• shaker

This technical document covers "filtration." In general filtration, the accumulation of the cake layer progresses, leading to a decrease in filtration speed. However, our rotary filters and ceramic rotary filters utilize a unique method of vigorously stirring the vicinity of the filter medium to suppress the accumulation of the cake layer, maintaining a high filtration speed over extended periods. We introduce the principles, structures, and features of our products using diagrams and illustrations. [Contents] ■ General Filtration ■ Filtration using Rotary Filters and Ceramic Rotary Filters ■ Application Examples ■ Specifications and Adoption Examples ■ Product Lineup *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Filtration Equipment
• Solid-liquid separation filter

Our company develops and manufactures products that contribute to the efficiency of production processes and water treatment processes using technologies such as "grinding and dispersion," "mixing," and "centrifugation." We can accommodate various fields including electrical and electronic materials, chemicals, pigments, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and food. We are currently offering a set of five documents that introduce the features of our products related to "grinding and dispersion," "emulsification and mixing," "filtration," "powder mixing," and "centrifugation," along with general overviews and physical property data. [Featured Products] ■ Grinding and Dispersion: High-efficiency wet bead mill (exhibited product) ■ Emulsification and Mixing: High-shear media-less mill ■ Filtration: Fully sealed filtration machine ■ Powder Mixing: Container detachable sealed mixing device ■ Centrifugation: Straight cylindrical centrifugal dehydrator *The documents can be viewed immediately via "PDF download."

• Crusher
• Emulsifier/Disperser
• Other physicochemical equipment

The "Turbo Cone" is a horizontal continuous centrifuge that achieves compactness and energy efficiency through its simple separation mechanism and internal structure. Without a differential mechanism, continuous discharge is performed by the centrifugal force acting directly on the material being processed, resulting in low power consumption. Its simple structure makes it lighter than conventional models and easy to maintain. It is suitable for dewatering large particle materials such as nylon chips and polyester. 【Features】 ■ Low power consumption ■ Easy maintenance ■ Compact ■ Low price *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• centrifuge

We offer a wide range of "centrifuges" equipped with separation and dewatering technologies optimized for various applications. Using centrifugal force, we separate mixtures of solids and liquids. By removing surface moisture, we can achieve ultra-low moisture content. We optimize the structure of the centrifuges according to the properties of various solids, such as compressibility, particle size, and strength. This catalog features various centrifuges, including the low moisture content and low power direct cylinder type "Wizard Press," as well as cascade continuous discharge types and screw continuous discharge types. [Featured Products] ■ Wizard Press (Direct Cylinder Type) ■ Screen Bowl Decanter (Screen Bowl Type) ■ Screw Decanter (General Purpose Type) ■ Centras (Screw Continuous Discharge Type) ■ Pusher (Extrusion Continuous Discharge Type) ■ Turbo Cone (Cascade Continuous Discharge Type) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• Crusher
• Emulsifier/Disperser
• centrifuge

The "Apex Lab" is a low-cost, short-delivery batch-type small-capacity bead mill that enables easy grinding and dispersion processing of submicron and nanoscale materials. By combining rotor peripheral speed and bead diameter, it can handle a wide range of processes from grinding hard particles to low-damage particle dispersion. It is suitable for small-capacity grinding and dispersion tests, making it ideal for rare samples, numerous tests of various types, and selection tests for dispersants. (Standard capacity is 100mL, with options for 50mL and 150mL, as well as other capacities.) Its compact design and compatibility with AC100V power supply make it portable and suitable for various installation locations. We also offer a "Separate Type" that can be split for installation on a draft chamber, as well as a three-unit "Apex Lab Triplet." 【Features】 ■ Capable of conducting grinding and dispersion tests under a wide range of conditions ■ Well-suited for basic research with small sample sizes ■ Compact and portable, compatible with AC100V power supply, allowing for flexible installation ■ Available in a "Separate Type" that can be split *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• Crusher
• Emulsifier/Disperser
• Other physicochemical equipment

The "Bore Container Mixer" is a device that mixes powders by incorporating a mixing plate (fixed mixing blades) designed by Bore, allowing the powders to intersect in a manner similar to shuffling playing cards. This enables sufficient mixing even at high filling rates in a short amount of time. Additionally, since the mixing container also serves as a transport container, there is no need for transfer work, and cleaning of the transport container is unnecessary. 【Features】 ■ Homogeneous mixing across a wide filling range (20-85% filling) ■ Equipment cleaning compliant with GMP standards ■ The container can be used as a transport, storage container, and hopper ■ Gentle, large flow allows for mixing without breaking particles ■ The method using fixed mixing blades enables homogeneous mixing in a short time *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• others
• Other powder equipment
• Other food machinery

The "Ceramic Rotary Filter" is a filtration device that enables the concentration and cleaning of nano slurries, which was difficult with conventional methods. With ceramic filters having pore sizes ranging from 7nm to 2μm, it completely captures nano-sized particles that were challenging to filter using traditional technology. Since the pore size of the filter is much smaller than the particles, it is less prone to clogging and is ideal for filtering nano slurries and dilute slurries. 【Features】 ■ Completely captures nano particles with ultra-fine pore ceramic filters ■ The high-speed rotating ceramic filter maintains a thin cake layer ■ Capable of stable filtration performance even with nano particle slurries *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

• Filtration Equipment

The "Rotary Filter" is optimal for the high-purity processing of lithium-ion battery materials, such as all-solid-state batteries, and electronic materials. By quantifying the slurry cleanliness and cake dewatering levels, and automatically controlling the manufacturing process, quality management becomes easier. It is possible to achieve high purity in cake washing to the utmost limit while monitoring parameters like electrical conductivity. With high filtration performance, it can operate continuously for long periods, significantly reducing the time required for filtration processing. Additionally, during the dewatering process, it can continuously discharge cakes with stable concentrations, making handling easier, and it also automatically performs machine cleaning after filtration. This improves yield and reduces labor, thereby lowering production costs. 【Features】 ■ Sealed filtration processing of strong acid and strong alkali slurries ■ Capable of washing solids to extreme high purity ■ Reduces processing time for filtration processes (washing, dewatering) ■ Safe, stable, and easy to use ■ Automating the process facilitates quality management and reduces production costs ■ Conducts processing in a completely sealed state to maintain a clean working environment *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

• Filtration Equipment

The "Apex Disperser ZERO" has a lower market share compared to bead mills, allowing it to maintain the original properties of low-strength particles, and it can process a wide range of viscosities from low to high viscosity slurries for dispersion and defibrillation. It can continuously emulsify droplets of the desired diameter, solving the issues associated with batch processing. Additionally, because it allows for continuous mixing, there is no need for auxiliary equipment such as tanks or stirrers that are typically required for mixing high-viscosity fluids. 【Features】 ■ Continuous dispersion and defibrillation of fragile particles and high-viscosity slurries ■ Continuous processing of emulsification is possible ■ Continuous mixing of high-viscosity slurries is possible ■ Easy maintenance ■ Bead contamination can be reduced to zero ■ High viscosity (over 40,000 mPas) *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

• Crusher
• Emulsifier/Disperser
• Other physicochemical equipment

The "Ultra Apex Mill Advance" is a product that enables dispersion in the nano to micron range even for high-viscosity slurries, which is difficult with conventional bead mills. It allows for low-damage dispersion to the particles, preserving their inherent properties. Therefore, it is suitable for raw material processing where fine particle grinding is a concern. Additionally, it has low bead wear, which can reduce contamination levels. 【Features】 ■ Enables nano dispersion even for high-viscosity slurries ■ Allows for low-damage dispersion to particles ■ Reduces contamination ■ Easy structure for bead replacement and machine disassembly/cleaning *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

• Crusher
• Emulsifier/Disperser
• Other physicochemical equipment

The "Apex Mill" is a grinding machine that allows for effective operation with a strong grinding effect due to the high compaction between beads, as the raw material slurry is supplied from the top of the mill. The bead separator has a variable slit, so it does not affect bead separation even with high-viscosity slurries. Additionally, because the bead compaction is high, it achieves high grinding capacity even at low rotational speeds, which reduces contamination from wear of the beads and internal mill components. 【Features】 ■ Efficiently processes from micron order to sub-micron ■ Capable of grinding high-viscosity slurries (10,000 mPa·s) ■ Recovers almost all of the slurry inside the mill ■ Less contamination in the product slurry compared to conventional bead mills dedicated to grinding *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

• Crusher
• Emulsifier/Disperser
• Other physicochemical equipment

The "Dual Apex Mill" is a dispersion machine capable of handling a wide range of processes from nano-dispersion to strong grinding without damaging the particles. It accommodates the same bead diameter as the "Ultra Apex Mill." The dispersion rotor and bead separator can rotate independently, allowing the dispersion rotor to be reduced to low rotational speeds. By lowering the rotational speed of the dispersion rotor, particle damage is minimized, enabling dispersion while suppressing an increase in slurry viscosity. 【Features】 ■ A wide range of processing from nano-dispersion to strong grinding without damaging particles ■ The dispersion rotor can be set to high rotational speeds, allowing one machine to serve dual purposes ■ Dispersion processing that minimizes particle damage and slurry viscosity increase is possible ■ Reduced bead wear allows for decreased contamination from beads *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

• Crusher
• Emulsifier/Disperser
• Other physicochemical equipment

The "Fall Length - Separating Apex Mill" is a dispersion machine designed for high uniformity in particle size distribution in a short time. It corresponds to the same bead diameter as the "Ultra Apex Mill." Since there is no dispersion rotor, the dispersion energy can be minimized, allowing for dispersion processing without particle destruction. With an increased separation area, it is capable of processing high-viscosity slurries (up to 500 mPa·s). 【Features】 ■ Can supply slurry at three times the flow rate of conventional machines ■ Allows dispersion processing without damaging particles ■ Capable of continuous dispersion and grinding using microbeads ■ Excellent workability with easy bead switching ■ High cleanliness that facilitates variety switching *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

• Crusher
• Emulsifier/Disperser
• Other physicochemical equipment

The "Ultra Apex Mill" is a dispersion machine that utilizes a bead separator based solely on centrifugal force, allowing it to accommodate a wide range of bead diameters. It is particularly adept at processing nano to submicron-sized dispersions using microbeads, enabling stable processing without clogging. Additionally, the liquid-contact parts have a very simple structure, making it easy to disassemble and reassemble components, and there is no need to adjust the bead separator after switching beads. 【Features】 ■ Continuous dispersion and grinding processing using microbeads is possible ■ Good operability and easy bead switching ■ High cleanability that facilitates variety switching *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us. 【Exhibition Information】 International Powder Processing Exhibition Tokyo 2022 Location: Tokyo Big Sight Date: December 7-9, 2022 (Friday) 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM Booth Number: 1F-15 Online Exhibition: November 21, 2022 - January 27, 2023

• Crusher
• Emulsifier/Disperser
• Fine grinding machine

"WIZARD PRESS II" is a centrifugal dewatering machine that adopts a tapered structure on the dewatered cake discharge side, allowing for powerful compaction and squeezing forces to reduce sludge volume. By straightening the bowl, it is possible to apply centrifugal effects throughout the entire length of the bowl, successfully achieving a significant reduction in the moisture content of the dewatered cake. Additionally, when operating to obtain dewatered cakes with moisture content equivalent to that of decanter-type centrifugal dewatering machines, it is possible to operate with reduced chemical dosing rates or decreased centrifugal effects. 【Features】 ■ Reduces sludge disposal costs ■ Lowers operating costs for dewatering treatment ■ Automatically responds to changes in sludge characteristics and enables unmanned operation *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

• Other water treatment equipment
• others

The "AS Series" is a centrifugal dewatering machine that adopts a tapered structure on the dewatered cake discharge side, allowing for powerful compaction and squeezing forces to reduce sludge volume. By straightening the bowl, it is possible to provide centrifugal effects throughout the entire length of the bowl, successfully achieving a significant reduction in the moisture content of the dewatered cake. Additionally, it can reduce power consumption compared to conventional straight bowl and decanter-type centrifugal dewatering machines. The efficiency of the differential gear has been improved, achieving further low power consumption. 【Features】 ■ High dewatering performance ■ Energy-saving ■ Upgradeable to ASN type through parts replacement *For more details, please refer to the catalog or feel free to contact us.

• Other water treatment equipment
• others

Hiroshima Metal & Machinery Co., Ltd. pursues crushing, dispersion, mixing, dehydration, concentration, and filtration technologies, continuously evolving and contributing to the efficiency of processes across various industries. In this catalog, we introduce the "Ultra Apex Mill," a dispersion machine compatible with nano-scale applications, ranging from 150cc lab machines to production machines, as well as the continuous centrifuge "Centrus" and the direct cylinder pressure centrifugal dehydrator "Wizard Press." At our Hiro Production Facility, we have experimental machines for each device to meet our customers' needs. Please utilize them for the development of new processes, rationalization of existing equipment, and improvement of product quality. [Featured Products] ■ Ultra Apex Mill (Dispersion Machine) compatible with 0.03mm beads ■ Super Apex Mill (Milling Machine) compatible with 0.1mm beads ■ Apex Mill (Crushing Machine) compatible with 0.5mm beads ■ Apex Lab (Dispersion and Crushing Machine) for laboratory use, tabletop model ■ Centrus (Continuous Centrifuge) ■ Pusher (Continuous Centrifuge) *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• centrifuge
• Other food machinery
• Wastewater/wastewater treatment equipment

The "SC-type Sludge Dewatering Machine" is a device that achieves stable operation in various sludge treatment processes, regardless of whether they are organic or inorganic. With its unique separation mechanism, it reduces the dosage rate of coagulants. It quickly performs sedimentation separation of the floc and achieves a high SS recovery rate. Additionally, it regenerates power from the differential device, reducing power consumption. The screw conveyor blades are equipped with wear-resistant materials, significantly extending their lifespan while also facilitating on-site repairs. 【Features】 ■ High dewatering performance ■ Reduced coagulant dosage rate ■ High SS recovery rate ■ Reduced power consumption ■ Excellent durability *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

• centrifuge
• Wastewater/wastewater treatment equipment

The Wizard Press SA series is a state-of-the-art decanter-type centrifuge that has dramatically evolved for use in the manufacturing processes of food and pharmaceuticals. We respond to customer needs with custom-made solutions tailored to the characteristics of the materials being processed. ◆Features◆ - Significant increase in yield - Reliable sanitary specifications - Continuous stable operation - Capable of handling large volumes - Reduced maintenance costs - Compact and space-saving - Energy-efficient design Our company conducts tests with small machines to assist in model selection. Please use this when considering options. ◆◇◆ For more details, please request materials or download the catalog ◆◇◆

• centrifuge
• Wastewater/wastewater treatment equipment

The Pusher is a lightweight and compact hydraulic extrusion-type continuous centrifuge developed as a sister model to the Centras and Turbo Cone, utilizing cutting-edge solid-liquid separation technology. It can handle all types of materials down to approximately 0.1mm fine particles, making it particularly suitable for materials that require cake washing and slurries that are difficult to process with Centras. ◆Features◆ ◆Designed to be even lighter and more compact than similar models. ◆Adopts a simple hydraulic mechanism and the most economical two-stage type. It is easy to adjust and has excellent durability. ◆Provides outstanding cleaning effectiveness. ◆Can adequately handle highly abrasive crystals and high-viscosity materials. ◆◇◆For more details, please request documentation or download the catalog◆◇◆

• centrifuge

"Centras" is a screw discharge type continuous centrifugal separator suitable for the separation and dewatering of relatively large solid particles (0.1 mm or more) among solid-liquid separation methods. It is actively used for the separation and dewatering of solid particles in various fields around the world, ranging from table salt, monosodium glutamate, and nylon chips to alum, ammonium sulfate, and vitamins. There are many delivery records in industries such as chemical, food, non-ferrous metal, and petrochemical (resin) industries. 【Features】 ■ Continuous automatic operation ■ Excellent dewatering performance ■ High processing capacity with low power consumption ■ Compact and space-saving *For more details, please refer to the PDF materials or feel free to contact us.

• centrifuge
• Other food machinery